Kermode on Film

This week's Kermode on Film features the brilliant guests who appeared on the MK3D show at the BFI Southbank on Monday 17 November 2025.First up, Mark talks to Jack Howard, Caroline Goodall and Hannah Onslow about Oscar- and BAFTA-qualifying short film THE SECOND TIME AROUND. which is now available on Channel 4 television.Then, documentary filmmaker Amy Berg, who was in town to talk about her feature, IT'S NEVER OVER JEFF BUCKLEY, joins Mark on stage.The pod wraps up with Christopher Frayling discussing his brilliant new book, THE HOLLYWOOD HISTORY OF ART.Make sure to tune into next week's episode where Mark talks to Tamsin Greig, Felicity Jones and John Simm. Thanks for listening. Stay safe, and keep watching the skies.----Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.Mark Kermode Live in 3D and Kermode on Film are HLA Agency productionsThis episode was edited by Alex Archbold JonesImage by Ruby Bradshaw© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One Battle After Another.Or Wombat Laughter 'nother, with Mark Kermode & Jack Howard.  / kermodeonfilm    / kermodedodge    / jackhoward  Watch Jack's short film 'The Second Time Around' on Channel 4:https://www.channel4.com/programmes/t... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been a while since Mark and Jack had a fight.MK3D and Kermode On Film are HLA Agency productionsThis episode was recorded by Richard Gay and edited by Jack Howard© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Kermode and Jack Howard talk about whether it's worth revisiting films more than once.MK3D and Kermode On Film are HLA Agency productionsThis episode was edited by Jack Howard© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's podcast features two guests who appeared on the MK3D show at the BFI Southbank on Monday 6 October 2025. They are two directors whose films played at of the BFI London Film Festival, and which open soon: First, Mark talks to Nia DaCosta about her new feature HEDDA, and her upcoming 28 YEARS LATER - TEMPLE OF BONES –and one of the films that infuenced her, Stanley Kubrick's BARRY LYNDON.And Mark talks with Mark Jenkin about his third and most brilliant feature so far, ROSE OF NEVADA.Enjoy!The MK3D shows happen every month at the BFI Southbank. In last week's edition of the podcast you can hear Mark talk with the other three guests of this edition of MK3D: Maxine Peake for I SWEAR, Nathan Johnson for WAKE UP DEAD MAN and Russell Tovey for PLAINCLOTHES.Thanks for listening. Stay safe, and keep watching the skies.Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.Mark Kermode Live in 3D and Kermode on Film are HLA Agency productionsThis episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this first half of the MK3D show recorded on Monday, 6 October, 2025, at the BFI Southbank, Mark Kermode is joined by an inspiring line-up of guests from the world of film.Actress Maxine Peake discusses her role in I Swear - a deeply moving and darkly funny comedy-drama based on the true story of a young man living with Tourette’s syndrome.Composer Nathan Johnson joins to talk about his acclaimed work on the Knives Out films - the latest of which opened this year’s BFI London Film Festival - as well as his music collaboration for Guillermo del Toro's Nightmare Alley.Finally, actor Russell Tovey reflects on his lead role in Plainclothes, a powerful new drama set in the 1990s about a policeman who entraps gay men but finds himself unexpectedly drawn to one of his targets.In the second part of the show, coming out soon, you'll hear from director Nia DaCosta on her new film Hedda and her work on the upcoming 28 Years Later: Temple of Bones, along with director and film editor Mark Jenkin, discussing his third and brilliant feature, Rose of Nevada.Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)Mark Kermode Live in 3D and Kermode on Film are HLA Agency productions.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Kermode and Jack Howard share the stories, and unpack the mysteries and the madness of Awards and Festivals in this edition of Kermode On Film.MK3D and Kermode On Film are HLA Agency productionsThis episode was edited by Jack Howard© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this second half of the MK3D show recorded at the BFI Southbank on Monday 15 September 2025, Mark is joined by two exciting talents discussing their recent work.Following acclaimed performances in Beach Rats, Triangle of Sadness, County Lines, and Baby Girl, Harris Dickinson discusses URCHIN, reflecting on his experience stepping behind the camera for this role. Nadia Latif shares insights into her feature debut as a director with The Man in My Basement, revealing her creative process. Together, they offer a fascinating look at emerging voices in cinema and the films that have inspired them.If you haven’t heard the first half of this show, here it is: https://embed.acast.com/$/8a257350-1687-4883-9a3f-04a262d6cded/cillian-murphy-on-steve-and-bfi-lff-highlights-with-kristy-m? Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.Mark Kermode Live in 3D and Kermode on Film are HLA Agency productions.This episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones.© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Kermode on Film, Mark welcomes two brilliant guests for a lively film conversation, recorded at the BFI Southbank on Monday 15 September 2025.This is Part 1 of that show, in which Mark is joined by Oscar-winner Cillian Murphy to talk about his role in the new feature STEVE, directed by Tim Mielants. He also talks about the film that influenced his work as an actor, John Cassavetes' A Woman Under The Influence.Mark is also joined by Kristy Matheson, the director of the BFI London Film Festival, who talks us through some of her highlights, including the opening film WAKE UP DEAD MAN, and the closing film 100 NIGHTS OF HERO, and many more.In the second half of the 15 September MK3D show, Mark is joined by Nadia Latif and Harris Dickinson to talk about their respective directorial debuts, THE MAN IN MY BASEMENT and URCHIN.Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.Mark Kermode Live in 3D and Kermode on Film are HLA Agency productionsThis episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Not one but TWO Oscar-winning composers join Mark Kermode on stage at the BFI Southbank to talk all things movie music, for the launch of the new book, Mark Kermode's Surround Sound: The Stories of Movie Music, co-written by Mark with Jenny Nelson.First up, Rachel Portman, the first woman composer to win an Oscar and the only woman to be nominated more than once, talks about her award-winning score for Emma (1996), illustrating how she developed the themes on the piano. She also touches on her scores for We Were The Lucky Ones, Never Let Me Go, and her commercial work.Next to join the conversation is Anne Dudley, who won an Oscar for The Full Monty (1997). She too illustrates some of her work on the piano, for Elle for instance, and she discusses new release Signs Of Life, which she scored and which is also her debut as producer.Mark Kermode's Surround Sound: The Stories of Movie Music, co-written by Mark with Jenny Nelson, is released by Picador and is available wherever you get your books, now.---Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.MK3D and Kermode on Film are produced by HLA AgencyThis episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones © HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ten years after it was commissioned, Mark's new book is published this Thursday 11th September. Mark Kermode's Surround Sound, The Stories of Movie Music, co-written by Mark with Jenny Nelson, is a thrilling take on how great scores are brought to life on the silver screen.Jack Howard joins Mark to talk about their shared love of soundtracks, and whether physical media is dead. VHS, anyone?-MK3D and Kermode On Film are HLA Agency productionsThis episode was edited by Jack Howard© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we go back to September 2023, to the eve of the BFI London Film Festival.TYPIST ARTIST PIRATE KING, Director Carol Morley's latest film, was about to release, and Mark spoke with its star, brilliant actress and national treasure Monica Dolan who played the role of Audrey Amiss.Mark also talked with filmmakers Otto Baxter and Peter Beard, the documentary filmmaker who made OTTO BAXTER, NOT A F***ING HORROR STORY – about the background to Otto Baxter's short film THE PUPPET ASYLUM.Finally Mark spoke with London Film Festival director Kristy Matheson, who spotlights some of her favourite films in the BFI LFF.Enjoy!---Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.MK3D is a production of HLA AgencyThis episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones Cover photo: Julie Edwards Visuals© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition of the Kermode on Film podcast, Mark talks to legendary producer John Battsek, who explains why the Oscar-winning documentary WHEN WE WERE KINGS inspired him to devote his career to enthralling documentaries.about his two documentaries released simultaneously in the summer of 2023, WHAM! and THE DEEPEST BREATH.Mark also talks to Sally Phillips and director Louis Myles, alongside Olly and Charlie – two brilliant young people with Down syndrome – about their football documentary, all about their football club, THE MIGHTY PENGUINS.Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.MK3D is a production of HLA AgencyThis episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones Cover photo: Julie Edwards Visuals© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is the very first edition of MK3D recorded in Edinburgh, as part of the Edinburgh International Book Festival. Mark Kermode talks to three iconic Scottish actors: Brian Cox, whose directorial debut Glenrothan opens later this year. Kate Dickie, who is currently on Netflix in Department Q, and Michelle Gomez, BAFTA-nominated for her role as Missy in Doctor Who.Sit back and enjoy this MK3D show recorded live at McEwan Hall in Edinburgh.With thanks to Charlotte Matheson at HLA and Lilidh Kendrick and Jenny Niven and the whole, brilliant team at the Edinburgh International Book Festival.---Opening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.MK3D is an HLA Agency production© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode Mark talks to director Ben Wheatley. In this archival edition recorded at the BFI Southbank back in May 2023, Ben had freshly completed The Meg 2: The Trench, starring the inimitable Jason Statham. Mark and Ben dive into making of The Meg, and into the monster-movie inspirations that informed it, which include the 1961 classic Mothra, and Godzilla. And the incredible work of the legendary Ray Harryhausen. Films mentioned in this episode:The MegThe Meg 2 - The TrenchZardozA Field in EnglandHappy New Year, Colin Burstead Mothra, (Mosura) GodzillahPeople mentioned in this episode:Jason Statham Jon TurteltaubIshiro HondaEdgar Rice-BorroughsRay HarryhausenOpening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.MK3D is a production of HLA AgencyThis episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Kermode on Film, Mark is joined by three fantastic guests for a lively film conversation, recorded at the BFI Southbank on Monday 10th April 2023.This is Part 1 of Show 79, in which Mark welcomes director Andrew Legge to discuss his innovative debut feature LOLA, a genre-defying Irish-British sci-fi set during World War II. Andrew talks about the creative challenges and joys of shooting the film in a “found footage” style, and about the journey of bringing such a unique vision to the screen.Next up is director Pravesh Kumar, who speaks about his heartfelt debut feature Little English, a comedy-drama set in suburban Slough about family, tradition, and finding your voice.Mark then welcomes actor, writer and improvisational legend Josie Lawrence, who talks about her performance in A Clever Woman, a bold and intimate film created through improvisation.Films and Productions Mentioned in This Episode:LOLA (Andrew Legge)Little English (Pravesh Kumar)A Clever Woman (Jon Sanders)Pakeezah (Kamal Amrohi, 1972)Rosemary’s Baby (Roman Polanski, 1968)Merry Christmas Mr Lawrence (Nagisa Ôshima, 1983)Guests in This Episode:Andrew LeggePravesh KumarJosie LawrenceOpening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.MK3D is a production of HLA AgencyThis episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Kermode on Film, Mark is joined by longtime collaborator and filmmaker Jack Howard for a live conversation recorded at Latitude Festival 2025.Mark and Jack return to the Latitude stage to explore the current state of cinema, offering their perspectives on everything from Hollywood blockbusters to indie gems. With plenty of humour, insight, and disagreement along the way, the pair debate the highs and lows of modern filmmaking, reflect on recent releases and, with the audience, hazard a guess at who will be the next Bond.Films mentioned28 Years LaterA Complete UnknownA Minecraft MovieA Real PainArrivalAvatarAvatar: The Way of WaterAvengers: EndgameAvengers: Infinity WarBabygirlBlade Runner 2049Casino RoyaleClown in a CornfieldCompanionDangerous AnimalsDuneFlowFriendshipGodzillaHappy Gilmore (1 & 2)Hard TruthsHarvestHallow RoadHeaven’s GateHot MilkHow to Train Your Dragon (2010 & 2025)I Think You Should LeaveI’m Still HereJurassic World: RebirthLast SwimLilo & Stitch (2002 & 2025)LollipopLonglegsM3GAN 2.0Memoir of a SnailMegalopolisMickey 17MonstersNe Zha 2Never Say Never AgainNickel BoysNo Time to DieNosferatuOn FallingOn Her Majesty’s Secret ServiceOne Battle After AnotherProteinRestlessSantoshThe Second Time AroundSinnersSister MidnightSuperboys of MalegaonSupermanThe Brown BunnyThe BrutalistThe Cable GuyThe CreatorThe EndThe Fall GuyThe Last ShowgirlThe Lion King (1994 & 2019)The Marching BandThe MonkeyThe Phoenician SchemeThe ReturnThe Seed of a Sacred FigThe Shawshank RedemptionThe ShroudsThe Stimming PoolThe SurferTitanicTornadoWarfareWickedWhen the Light BreaksKermode on Film is an HLA Agency productionThis episode was edited by Jack Howard© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Kermode on Film, Mark welcomes two legendary guests for a lively film conversation, recorded at the BFI Southbank on Monday 14th July 2025.This is Part 2 of that show, in which Mark is joined by Allison Anders, the director of Gas Food Lodging and Grace of My Heart, to talk about her work. She talks about her experiences of working on Paris, Texas, and about her bucket list project, Paul Is Dead.Mark is also joined by best beloved writer, actor, and broadcaster Stephen Fry, who reflects on his enduring relationship with cinema, storytelling, and satire.In the first half of the 14 July MK3D show, uploaded last week, Mark was joined by Barbara Broccoli and John Carney to discuss the stage to screen production of Sing Street, and by actor and writer Arinzé Kene to talk about Harvest.Films and Productions Mentioned in This Episode:Love and MercyGrace of My HeartGas, Food, LodgingPaul Is DeadParis, TexasThe Odyssey, Christopher NolanThe Return, Uberto Pasolini, Ralph FiennesOh Brother Where Art ThouThe HobbitThere and Back AgainGaslight, Thorold Dickinson, Anton Walbrook, Diana WynyardThe Life and Death of Colonel BlimpFury, Fritz Lang, Spencer Tracy, Sylvia SidneyDambusters, Peter JacksonGuests in This Episode:Allison AndersStephen FryOpening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.MK3D is a production of HLA AgencyThis episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Kermode on Film, Mark welcomes a trio of outstanding guests for a lively evening of film and conversation, recorded at the BFI Southbank on Monday 14th July 2025.Barbara Broccoli and John Carney join Mark to talk about Sing Street, the joyous, music-filled coming-of-age story originally brought to life on screen by Carney, now reimagined for the stage. As producers of the new production opening at the Lyric Hammersmith on 18 July, they discuss the creative journey from film to musical theatre and the power of music to transcend time and appeal to a wide range of audiences.Also on the show is actor and playwright Arinzé Kene, who stars in Harvest, an adaptation of Jim Crace’s acclaimed novel, directed by Athina Rachel Tsangari. With its UK cinema release set for Friday 18 July, Arinzé shares his thoughts on the film’s exploration of rural upheaval, tradition, and transformation.This is the first half of the 14 July MK3D show. In Part 2, Mark is joined by Allison Anders, the director of Gas Food Lodging and Grace of My Heart, and beloved writer, actor, and broadcaster Stephen Fry, who reflects on his enduring relationship with cinema, storytelling, and satire.Films and Productions Mentioned in This Episode:Sing Street (Lyric Hammersmith, opens 18 July)Harvest (in cinemas 18 July)OnceBegin AgainBuena Vista Social ClubJames BondCrooklynGuests in This Episode:Barbara BroccoliJohn CarneyArinzé KeneOpening title quotes from:Mary Poppins (Robert Stevenson, Walt Disney Productions – featuring Julie Andrews)Nope (Jordan Peele, Universal Pictures – featuring Keke Palmer)Withnail & I (Bruce Robinson, HandMade Films – featuring Richard E. Grant)The Exorcist (William Friedkin, Warner Bros. – featuring Ellen Burstyn and Linda Blair)These films are essential viewing.Watch them. Love them. Share them.They are masterpieces.Mark Kermode Live in 3D and Kermode on Film are HLA Agency productionsThis episode was edited by Alex Archbold Jones© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Mark Kermode and Jack Howard are back to rank the eight Mission: Impossible films in order of preference, and talk about everything from Tom's tumbles to theme tunes. Films and people mentioned in the two episodes are:Mission: Impossible (1996) Mission: Impossible 2 (2000) Mission: Impossible III (2006) Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol (2011) Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation (2015) Mission: Impossible – Fallout (2018) Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One (2023) Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning (2025) Limp BizkitLalo SchiffrinMike OldfieldNick HornbyJohn WuSecrets of CinemaKim NewmanNick JonesWallace & GromitOceans 11Brian de PalmaJJ AbramsPhilip Seymour HoffmanTom Cruise – action movie JesusEddie HamiltonSimon PeggDoctor WhoMichael BayBen Bailey SmithChris McQuarryBrad BirdThe Incredibles Indiana Jones Dark Knight RisesMichael GiacchinoPaddingtonJurassic Park – Lost WorldJoe KramerLorne BalfeHan ZimmerSean HarrisTurandot Nessun DormaSimon MayoAlex BaldwinStanley KubrickPunch Drunk LoveHenry CavillStone ColdBrian Bosworth Terminator 2No Time to DieEthan HawkeJulie Delpy Top Gun MaverickVanessa KirbyRebecca FergusonHayley AtwellJames BondFace-OffJohn TravoltaNic CageLea SeydouxPaula Patton Ana de ArmasStar WarsJohn BoyegaJon VoightVanessa RedgraveMichelle MonaghanTrue DetectiveDuneBuster KeatonThandiwe NewtonSean Connery Jason BourneDanny Boyle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.